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NHTSA recall 82V133000

Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator

Kenworth Kenworth and 1 more

Reported Dec 28, 1982557 vehicles affectedPACCAR, INCORPORATEDBuilt Mar 1, 1980 – May 1, 1981

The defect

On certain vehicles, the air starter valves may become internally damaged during normal operation. This may result in a malfunction of the valve, causing the air starter to self actuate and start the engine of an unattended vehicle.

The remedy

The dealer will replace the valve with a current production version at no cost to owner.

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Vehicles in this recall

Kenworth Kenworth
19801981
Peterbilt Peterbilt
19801981

Notes

Vehicle description: trucks equipped with sealco air starters.system: electrical; starter valve.consequences of defect: this condition could occur without prior warning, whilethe vehicle IS parked or being serviced and may result in a vehicle accidentand personal injury.